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The Dark Horse Pub

3.5 star property
3.5-star inn near University of Bristol

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Lounge
Interior
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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172-174 Church Road, Redfield, Bristol, England, BS5 9HX
  • Place, Kennet & Avon Canal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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City Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

City Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bristol

Easton stay.Your stay at this Easton inn places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Old Market and Bristol Castle Park. Castle Park and Kennet & Avon Canal are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kennet & Avon Canal - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Old Market - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Arnos Vale Cemetery - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cabot Circus Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Paintworks Event Space - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lawrence Hill Station - 10 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bristol Loaf - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Plough - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Orchard Coffee & Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rubino Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Red Church - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Dark Horse Pub

3.5-star inn near University of Bristol
The Dark Horse Pub offers its guests a terrace and a fireplace in the lobby. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3.5-star Bristol inn is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Dark Horse Pub offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Bristol inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 14 steps to reach entrance
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dark Horse Pub to the airport?

The Dark Horse Pub is 9.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Bristol International Airport (BRS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dark Horse Pub?

As of Feb 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dark Horse Pub on Feb 18, 2026 start from $80.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Dark Horse Pub have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dark Horse Pub.

Does The Dark Horse Pub offer free breakfast?

The Dark Horse Pub does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Dark Horse Pub?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Dark Horse Pub?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Dark Horse Pub?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Dark Horse Pub have a pool?

The Dark Horse Pub does not have a pool.

Does The Dark Horse Pub have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Dark Horse Pub to downtown Bristol?

The Dark Horse Pub is 1.9 mi away from Bristol.

The Dark Horse Pub Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 145 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Fergal

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes staff were grand and the room was fine. Noise was the only issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, clean and oddly comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay here, staff in the pub downstairs are lovely, and it was a great and lively place for us to have a drink in late on. It’s probably worth mentioning that there is no parking onsite and you have to find a spot on the residential streets nearby, it wasn’t a problem for us but may be for others, especially if you have a a few bags to carry. The rooms are upstairs and you have to climb up some wooden outdoor stairs and cross a courtyard to get there which might also present issues for some. My room was spacious and clean, and I would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful - clean and private
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Madeline

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I feel like it's a 2.5 star experience. To access our room, we had to go up poorly lit, slippery outdoor steps. The room was okay. There was a kettle with a nicely stocked coffee bar, plenty of Lotus biscuits and very pretty mugs and saucers. There was also a hair dryer, drawers, and clothing rail. Unfortunately the WiFi didn't work and the bathroom in room 1 was incredibly small and mouldy with a broken extractor fan. Not being able to feel clean made my stay a lot less enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerensa, Petworth

Liked: Amenities
Lovely room and facilities. It is above a pub so has some noise but that’s very well explained. Helpful staff Would suggest a good clean/renew sealant round shower but otherwise just what was needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely little place

Public car park around the back which is handy. Great location for central Bristol. Warm welcome. Clean and comfy room. Could do with little sprice up here and there. Lovely bar with a great selection on tap and on shelf. Great atmosphere and would happily stay at again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Acommodation itself was generally good. Clean and well presented although showing some signs of needing refreshing - shower base and kettle. Listing suggests this is a pub with rooms. It is not. This is a pub with privately owned letting rooms above it. Due to general area security at entrances and external stairs leading to rooms could be worrying to some guests. Lack of nearby secure parking can also be a concern. That all said rooms were good enough for me to consider staying again if the price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JD

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
No lleve coche ni mascotas
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worst place I've ever stayed, never again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lady who showed me around was ideal. Room 3 is very tired but the owners had made a good effort. You pay for what you get. Compared to other prices in Bristol that evening this was fair. Parking was around the corner but no charge for the hours I stayed. Overall a good option for a night in Bristol. Close enough to walk to the City but regular buses too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zsirai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it.

Lovely staff, nice pub, lovely and clean room. I found the tiny horse in my room and I loved it... and of course I left it there! 😊 Only one problem: wi-fi doesn't work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice area, quiet and lovely room. Very short and close walk to Aldi or Tesco. Lots of resturaunts and cafes in the area as well. Room is very nice with shower, comfy bed, kettle and quite spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

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Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall a very good stay. Had no issues with noise or sleep. It's a room above a pub so I wasn't expecting a hotel experience or service. But I did expect it to be clean, which it wasn't. Bathroom needs a good scrub and dusting and the floors need to be hoovered at least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Issues, sorted and great nights sleep

Ok, so i had issues checking in but things go wrong and the staff were absolutely amazing. Issues sorted, kept informed, apologised profusely and kept me amused in the bar. Superb service. There is an outside staircase, little rickety but safe and leads to a roof terrace which is lovely. The room was clean, fresh, probably the most comfortable stay i've had in a long time. No noise from the pub but ill know more next week, yes im booking again. Thanks guys!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was filthy mould running down the walls, mould all over the bathroom tiles. Walls were damaged flooring coming up toilet leaking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025